2008 Volkswagen Multivan vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Multivan would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 734 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Multivan | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2199 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
